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Tottenham Hotspur head to Anfield on Sunday afternoon hoping to halt a disastrous run of results when they face Liverpool in the Premier League.

Spurs sit just above the relegation zone after a miserable stretch of form, losing six in a row across all competitions.

Their struggles continued in midweek with a heavy defeat in Europe.

Meanwhile, Liverpool are hunting for a top-four finish and will be confident of extending their strong home record against Tottenham.

This is one of the Premier League’s most entertaining fixtures, and fans will be in for a treat.

Match preview

Pressure continues to build on Tottenham boss Igor Tudor, whose side has endured one of the worst runs in the club’s history.

Spurs have taken just one point from their last six league games and are still searching for their first league victory of 2026.

Defensive frailties have been a major issue, with the team conceding heavily during Tudor’s brief spell in charge.

Their task at Anfield will not be easy. Liverpool have dominated this fixture, particularly at home, and they remain difficult to stop when their attacking unit clicks.

Mohamed Salah remains a major threat for Liverpool and has enjoyed notable success against Spurs throughout his career.

Tottenham will hope their attacking players can respond.

Richarlison has been involved in more league goals against Liverpool than any other opponent and could play a key role in a potential turnaround.

Match stats

Liverpool have lost just one of their last 31 home league games against Tottenham.

Spurs have won only one of their last 16 Premier League meetings with Liverpool.

Liverpool vs Tottenham is the highest-scoring fixture in Premier League history (200+ goals).

Spurs have taken 19 of their 29 league points away from home this season. An astonishing 66% of their tally has come on the road.

Tottenham team news

Tudor faces a major selection headache ahead of the trip to Merseyside.

Defender Cristian Romero and midfielder Joao Palhinha are both ruled out after suffering a clash of heads against Atletico Madrid in midweek.

Yves Bissouma is also unavailable due to a muscular problem, while centre-back Micky van de Ven is suspended following his red card against Crystal Palace.

The ‘priceless’ Conor Gallagher has been ill but could still make the squad.

Meanwhile, Destiny Udogie is nearing a return from injury, but the Italian international (12 caps) may not yet be ready to start.

Tottenham predicted XI (4-2-3-1)

Guglielmo Vicario; Pedro Porro, Kevin Danso, Radu Dragusin, Djed Spence; Archie Gray, Pape Matar Sarr; Mathys Tel, Xavi Simons, Richarlison; Dominic Solanke.

Tottenham Hotspur are actively looking at candidates to replace interim manager Igor Tudor if they decide to sack him after the Liverpool game, according to The Athletic journalist David Ornstein.

The Tottenham Hotspur Stadium club have lost each of the four games the Croatian has overseen since replacing Thomas Frank some weeks ago.

Spurs lost 5-2 to Atletico Madrid in the first-leg of their Champions League last-16 tie earlier this week and their fans have been calling for his head.

The North London club decided to stick with him for the trip to Anfield on Sunday, but it could be his last game in charge if they lose.

Tottenham will look to bring in another manager ahead of their second-leg against Atletico next Wednesday if that happens.

It is unknown whether their next appointment would be on an interim basis or a longer-term appointment.

Spurs will keep exploring their options ahead of Sunday and it is likely that they have already started to reach out to available managers.

A comeback against the La Liga club is unlikely, but a win against the Reds could give Tudor a lifeline.

They play Nottingham Forest next Sunday after the Atletico game in a huge and crucial relegation six-pointer, and the result could have a big say in the survival race.

The international break is after that game and Tudor could still be sacked by then if Spurs decide that is the best decision.

Tottenham players are unhappy with the former Juventus boss due to his style and personality, and he is unlikely to get the job permanently even if he manages to turn the fortunes of the club around in the coming games.

He humiliated second-choice goalkeeper Antonin Kinsky on Tuesday night, removing him just 17 minutes into the 5-2 loss to Atletico following two errors which led to goals and ignoring him as the Czech made his way to the dressing room afterwards.

Tottenham Hotspur chief executive Vinai Venkatesham has been at the training ground since the early hours of today, according to Sky Sports.

Atletico Madrid defeated Tottenham 5-2 in the first leg of their Champions League round of 16 tie last night.

Spurs manager Igor Tudor has lost the four games he has overseen since replacing Thomas Frank, and there are growing calls to sack him.

He spent the night at the on-site hotel of the Tottenham training ground, where he has been staying since moving to England.

It is unclear if he will oversee their Premier League game at Liverpool on Sunday or the return leg against Atletico next Wednesday. The Spurs boss and Venkatesham are in talks over recent performances.

The fans want Tudor gone as nothing has improved since his arrival, and the club could be in the relegation zone if they lose to Liverpool this weekend.

Spurs are two places and a point above the relegation zone ahead of their final nine league fixtures, and failure to quickly turn a corner could result in them playing Championship football next season.

They take on Sunderland, Brighton & Hove Albion, Wolverhampton Wanderers, Aston Villa, Leeds United, Chelsea and Everton in their remaining league games after this weekend.

Defeats to Arsenal, Fulham and Crystal Palace before last night already set the alarm bells ringing, and Tudor could be on his way out in the coming hours or if Spurs suffer another loss against Liverpool.

Tottenham have to do all they can to stay up, and fans will be hoping a smart decision is made before it is too late.

Newcastle United are plotting a summer move for Tottenham Hotspur striker Dominic Solanke, according to the Daily Mail.

Spurs are currently languishing in 16th place, just one point above the relegation zone after a 3-1 home defeat to Crystal Palace on Thursday. Solanke scored Tottenham’s only goal.

If Spurs fail to avoid the drop, a summer exodus of high earners is anticipated. A lack of European football could also force the club to consider offers for key assets, with Solanke among those attracting interest.

Solanke has scored five goals in 14 appearances across all competitions this term, but has struggled for consistency in an underperforming Spurs side.

Newcastle view the forward as an ideal fit for Eddie Howe’s system, with the prospect of reuniting with his former manager likely to appeal to him.

A move to St James’ Park would also provide Solanke with a fresh challenge and the opportunity to compete for a top-six finish.

With Tottenham’s top-flight status in doubt, and Newcastle determined to strengthen their squad for a renewed European push, Solanke’s situation will be one to watch this summer.

The England international will hope to help his side navigate a daunting run of fixtures. They take on Atletico Madrid twice in eight days, either side of a trip to Liverpool.

Tottenham Hotspur interim manager Igor Tudor has already been hammering his players just a few days into his reign, according to the Telegraph.

The Croatian started life as the club’s manager with a 4-1 defeat to Arsenal at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on Sunday.

Tudor was far from pleased with the result and his players’ performances, and his reaction at full-time was telling.

Rather than consoling his players who lingered on the pitch, the Lilywhites boss shook hands with his Arsenal counterpart Mikel Arteta and headed straight down the tunnel.

Tudor was spotted shouting towards Tottenham defenders Radu Dragusin and Micky van de Ven to drag the back three higher up the pitch during the game.

He was just as vocal in his first training sessions last week and will hope his aggressive style yields much-needed results.

Yesterday’s defeat leaves Spurs in 16th place in the table, but they are now four points above the relegation zone.

They are back in action next Sunday with a trip to Craven Cottage to take on Fulham, and they could do with all three points.

Tottenham face Crystal Palace, Liverpool and Nottingham Forest afterwards in the Premier League, and they have to pick up as many points as possible to boost their survival chances.

It remains to be seen whether Tudor’s no-nonsense approach will work, but Spurs appointed Bruno Saltor to his coaching staff to try to bring the squad closer together.

He has a reputation for being a popular character in his previous jobs and will hope to get the best out of the players over the next few weeks.

Tottenham Hotspur suffered a humiliating 4-1 home defeat against Arsenal yesterday.

Spurs had shown some signs of a resurgence, scoring just 42 seconds after the visitors took the lead, but it all dissipated.

Tottenham had no response when their arch-rivals upped the tempo, and they remain winless in 2026, facing a real threat of relegation.

Several players failed to step up yesterday, including summer signing Xavi Simons.

The Dutchman looked like he was finally finding his groove, but he has regressed again.

Simons lost a staggering 14/15 duels, made one error leading to a shot, and completed none of his attempted dribbles.

He lost possession of the ball a mind-blowing 24 times. Journalist Alasdair Gold claimed Simons ‘struggled‘. His 4/10 mark overstated his impact.

Spurs need someone who can take the ball under duress, glide past opponents and create something out of nothing.

Right now, that responsibility falls almost entirely on Simons’ shoulders. He is Tottenham’s only genuine creative outlet.

With confidence fragile and results spiralling, there is no room for passengers.

The numbers against Arsenal were alarming, but beyond the statistics was a worrying lack of authority and incision in possession.

Spurs are staring down the barrel of an unthinkable relegation battle. If they are to avoid it, Simons must rediscover his groove and fast.

Tottenham Hotspur welcome Arsenal to the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on Sunday afternoon, knowing defeat would entrench them in a proper relegation scrap.

Spurs sit just five points above the drop zone heading into the weekend, without a Premier League win in eight matches.

The north London derby could hardly come at a more volatile moment for Tottenham.

However, this is also a tentative time for league leaders Arsenal, and Spurs can capitalise on their frailty.

Match preview

New head coach Igor Tudor takes charge of his first Spurs match.

The Croatian insisted he is 100% confident the club will remain in the Premier League, but he needs to walk the walk.

Tudor inherits a squad ravaged by injuries, revealing he has trained with as few as 13 players in recent sessions.

Still, he has wasted no time, promising clarity, intensity and a mentality shift.

Tudor does have a reputation for fast starts. He has won his first game in charge in each of his last five managerial roles. Spurs fans will hope that trend continues.

Arsenal, though, arrive under pressure of their own.

Mikel Arteta’s side have dropped seven points from winning positions in 2026 and squandered a 2-0 lead at Wolverhampton Wanderers in midweek.

Their title advantage is dissipating, and nerves are beginning to show.

The derby rarely lacks edge, but with Spurs fighting to pull clear of danger and Arsenal battling to stay top, Sunday’s clash carries enormous weight at both ends of the table.

Match stats

Spurs must be wary. Arsenal have won six of their last seven Premier League meetings with Tottenham.

Tottenham have also lost their last three home league games against their rivals.

Arsenal have won each of the last four Premier League north London derbies. Spurs are winless in eight league matches (D4, L4), their worst run in a single campaign since 2007.

Tottenham are the only Premier League side yet to win in 2026. Arsenal have lost just one of their last 21 away London derbies in the league.

Tottenham team news

Cristian Romero remains suspended, meaning Tudor must appoint a new captain for his first game in charge.

Dominic Solanke is struggling with a throat issue but has returned to light training. Brazilian international (54 caps) Richarlison is back, but Pedro Porro remains unavailable.

Lucas Bergvall, James Maddison, Kevin Danso, Mohammed Kudus, Rodrigo Bentancur, Dejan Kulusevski and Destiny Udogie remain sidelined, leaving Tudor short of options.

The ‘very ambitious’ Mathys Tel will likely start alongside Randal Kolo Muani in attack.

Tottenham predicted XI (4-2-3-1)

Gugulielmo Vicario; Archie Gray, Ben Davies, Micky Van de Ven, Djed Spence; Conor Gallagher, Joao Palhinha; Mathys Tel, Xavi Simons, Randal Kolo Muani; Dominic Solanke.

One of Tottenham Hotspur’s long-standing commercial partners has decided to end its association with the club, according to the Telegraph.

The unnamed key sponsor has informed the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium club that their partnership will end at the end of the season.

Spurs will lose millions of pounds as a result, and they could be dealt further blows as other commercial partners consider whether to follow suit.

Tottenham are in a relegation battle after a woeful Premier League campaign and could be in more trouble if they lose to Arsenal on Sunday.

They finished 17th in the league table last term and are currently 16th after 26 games, five points above the relegation zone.

Sponsors are afraid Spurs could be battling relegation again next season, even if they escape the drop this term.

Tottenham fans are angry with the team’s performances, and some have stopped attending games.

Some of the contracts Spurs signed with sponsors include lucrative bonuses based on European qualification, while some have relegation renegotiation and termination clauses.

They brought in Igor Tudor to replace Thomas Frank and hope he can help improve their fortunes on the pitch in the Premier League.

Tottenham will need to improve significantly over the coming months to retain some of their key commercial partners.

Arsenal forward Kai wants to come back from his injury this weekend and play against Tottenham Hotspur but the Gunners are holding him back to protect him, according to AFC AMDEN.

The Arsenal insider, who is famous for breaking news about the Emirates Stadium club on social media and is followed by the likes of Kaya Kaynak, Simon Collings, Charles Watt and Sami Mokbel on X (formerly Twitter) made the claim this morning.

They were the first to break the news that the Gunners were in talks to hand Ethan Nwaneri fresh terms ahead of his 18th birthday last year before the likes of Fabrizio Romano amplified the news.

They also first reported in 2024 that Ben White had undergone a knee procedure for an injury and have been spot on with most of their scoops concerning Arsenal.

AFC AMDEN has now reported that Havertz believes he is ready to return when the Gunners take on Spurs on Sunday.

The German picked up a fresh knock last week, and while the muscular injury is not serious, it was reported that he is expected to miss the North London derby.

Havertz missed the first five months of the season due to a knee issue sustained in August and Arsenal are careful about his long-term fitness and will not rush him back into action.

The Gunners dropped crucial points last night in a major blow to their title chances after a 2-2 draw at Wolverhampton Wanderers.

They are back in action this weekend and will be desperate to win as even a draw could see Manchester City move ahead of them in the table if they win their next two games.

Arsenal could do with someone like Havertz for such a huge game with Martin Odegaard a doubt for the trip to the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.

However, it is unlikely that he will feature despite his readiness and will have to wait until the medical team okays him.

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